TESOL International Association

Today has been a beautiful day on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.! With over 70 attendees wrapping up their Congressional visits, we are officially at the end of the 2026 TESOL-NABE Advocacy Action Days.

Thank you to our partner NABE for joining with us to host this amazing and impactful event. And thank you to our keynote speaker, Montserrat Garibay, for reminding us all that bilingualism is a superpower and emphasizing the importance of organizing as a group to push for progress.

Even if you couldn't attend this year, we encourage you to sign up for alerts from our Advocacy Action Center to say informed and find ways to get involved throughout the year. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4vt8ulD

TESOLers, this deadline is quickly approaching! Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) to become a leader by 11:59 p.m. ET on 30 June.

We are looking for our next president-elect, three new members of our board of directors, and eight new members of the TESOL Nominating Committee. If you're a dedicated TESOL member and want to make an impact on the future of our association, we encourage you to submit an EOI.

Find more information and instructions on applying: https://bit.ly/4vzt2ZW

Day one of the 2026 TESOL-NABE Advocacy Action Days has concluded! Thank you to everyone who joined us from around the U.S. to discuss current policy issues and prepare for a busy day of Capitol Hill visits tomorrow. We're thankful for our partner NABE and our sponsors AFT, Center for Applied Linguistics, Pearson, and Avant Assessment for making this event fulfilling and engaging.

See you tomorrow, advocates!

💻 What technology-related issues are shaping the future of English language teaching? In 2025, International Association surveyed more than 1,800 ELT professionals worldwide to better understand the trends and challenges impacting our profession.

The results highlight concerns about many issues, including the overuse of AI tools, access to technology and digital literacy, funding for devices and software, online learner engagement, and the ethical use of AI and digital platforms.

By listening to ELT professionals across diverse contexts, TESOL is building a clearer picture of the technological changes influencing our profession and the needs of our global community.

This is just one of many insights from our 2025 survey. Stay tuned as we continue sharing findings that help us better understand the opportunities and challenges facing professionals today.

💬 Which technology trend or challenge do you believe will have the greatest impact on English language education over the next three years? Share your perspective in the comments.

Thank you to the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) for sponsoring the 2026 TESOL-NABE Advocacy Action Days! Year after year, CAL has been a steadfast partner and leader in English language education advocacy. We're honored to unite in support of educators, learners, and communities.

Visit the CAL website to learn about their incredible work in advocacy, research, professional development, and more: https://bit.ly/4oNiZxY

20 June is World Refugee Day, designated by the United Nations to recognize and honor refugees around the world. This year, take time to learn how you can help refugees in your community by visiting this United Nations webpage: https://bit.ly/4xDVkDQ

19 June is , which marks the end of slavery in the http://U.S. To honor this important day, the office will be closed. For resources and activities on how to commemorate Juneteenth in your classroom, visit this page from the National Education Association: https://bit.ly/4evqQeQ

🌎What political and policy-related issues are shaping the future of English language teaching?

In 2025, International Association surveyed more than 1,800 professionals worldwide to better understand the trends and challenges impacting our profession.

The results highlight concerns about many issues, including funding for English language education, access to professional development, shifting immigration policies, global conflicts, and the changing landscape of language learning around the world.

By listening to ELT professionals across diverse contexts, TESOL is building a clearer picture of the factors influencing our profession and the needs of our global community.

This is just one of many insights from our 2025 survey. Stay tuned as we continue sharing findings that help us better understand the opportunities and challenges facing professionals today.

💬 Which policy, funding, or global issue do you believe will have the greatest impact on English language education over the next three years? Share your perspective in the comments.

The June issue of Connections monthly digital magazine is here! This month's edition is a special issue on the topic of professional development. Read it by checking your email inbox or visiting the TC site online: https://bit.ly/449iMeH

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